Mehr
Mehr is a Muslim girl name meaning “Love, kindness; the sun”.
| Meaning | Love, kindness; the sun |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Arabic spelling | مہر |
| Pronunciation | MEH-hr |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Mehr
Mehr is the Persian word mehr (mihr), meaning love, affection and kindness, and also the sun. It is an ancient word, going back to Old Iranian Mithra, and survives in the Iranian month name Mehr. In Urdu it is a favourite in poetry and is used on its own or in compounds such as Mehrunnisa. It should not be confused with Arabic mahr, the bridal gift, which is spelled the same in Urdu.
Is Mehr a Muslim name?
Mehr is a Persian name rather than an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Pakistan, India and Iran for its meaning of love and kindness.
Where is the name Mehr used?
Popular in Pakistan and among Indian Muslims; in Iran it appears more often in compounds such as Mehrnaz.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mehr mean?
Mehr means 'Love, kindness; the sun'. It comes from Persian.
Is Mehr a Muslim name?
Mehr is a Persian name rather than an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Pakistan, India and Iran for its meaning of love and kindness.
How do you write Mehr in Arabic?
Mehr is written مہر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mehr?
Mehr is pronounced MEH-hr.